A rare, Grade II listed detached house on Lower Cippenham Lane has been put up for sale with an asking price of £925,000, offering buyers a mix of historic character and substantial living space close to Slough town centre.
History and fabric
The home dates back to about 1551 and, according to the listing, has been altered and extended several times, most notably in 1760 and 1979. The property now provides almost 2,400 sq ft of accommodation across five bedrooms, three reception rooms, two bathrooms and a study.
Restoration work in recent years has involved craftsmen from the National Trust, the listing states, and the house retains numerous period features. These include exposed timber beams, traditional fireplaces and flagstone floors. The sitting room contains an inglenook fireplace fitted with a Sussex Weald fireback. The dining room opens into a kitchen fitted with range-style units and integrated appliances.
Layout and unusual features
The layout is arranged over multiple levels. On the ground floor there is reception space and a study adjacent to the hall. A utility area provides plumbing and space for appliances and leads to a bath/shower room. Upstairs there are four principal bedrooms and a family bathroom, with an additional fifth bedroom reached by a further set of stairs. That upper room conceals a historic priest hole within its walls.
- Almost 2,400 sq ft of living space, including five bedrooms and three reception rooms
- Restoration by National Trust craftsmen; original period features preserved
- Outbuildings include a listed granary on staddlestones and a large Grade II listed barn with a second floor
Gardens and outbuildings
The property stands in a generous plot with private gardens and several listed outbuildings. A historic granary sits on staddlestones and there is a substantial Grade II listed barn that includes a second floor. The grounds include fruit trees — two plum trees and an apple tree — areas planted with spring bulbs and traces of a former moat. A patio courtyard provides outdoor living space and the house benefits from two sets of gated access onto the road.
“An exceptional home,” the Rightmove entry describes the property.
Transport and local amenities
Location will be a key selling point for many buyers. The house is slightly over a mile from the Elizabeth Line, giving direct rail links into central London. Road connections include access to the M4 and routes into and across Slough itself. The High Street offers a mix of independent and national shops, while the nearby Bishops Centre provides further retail and dining choices.
For outdoor recreation, the property lies close to Cippenham Recreation Ground. The recreation area features walking trails, play facilities, tennis courts, a bowling green, outdoor gym equipment and substantial open spaces used by families and sports groups. The local area also includes Cippenham Moat, a historic and tranquil public park.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Price | £925,000 |
| Age | c. 1551 (with later extensions) |
| Size | Nearly 2,400 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
Properties of this age and with listed status present particular considerations for buyers, including the need for sensitive maintenance and adherence to listed‑building regulations for any alterations. The presence of several historic outbuildings and earlier restoration work will also be factors for prospective purchasers and their advisers to examine in detail.
Given its mix of character, considerable floorspace and proximity to transport links, the house is likely to attract interest from buyers seeking an unusually historic home within reach of London. For local residents, the sale is a reminder of the range of architectural heritage that survives in parts of Slough and the surrounding Cippenham area.
